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ABSTRACT

The Theory of Critical Distances and the estimation of notch fatigue limits: L, a₀ and open notches

L. Susmel^1,2, D. Taylor², R. Tovo¹

1 Department of Engineering, University of Ferrara, Via Saragat, 1 – 44100 Ferrara, Italy
2 Department of Mechanical Engineering, Trinity College, Dublin 2, Ireland